Route 66: Seligman to Kingman to Las Vegas – Things to Do On the Way

Bryan Mullennix Updated on

Often referred to as the ‘Main Street of America,’ taking Route 66 to Las Vegas from Seligman, Arizona, will take a little over three hours to travel directly. This itinerary will take longer, but I promise it will be one of the most memorable road trips of your life.

Here’s a list of the best things to do and see along Route 66 from Seligman, Arizona to Kingman, AZ then on to Las Vegas, Nevada. Although this route starts in Seligman and ends in Las Vegas, it can also be done in reverse order for a great trip out of Las Vegas.

Motel Sign in Seligman, Arizona on Route 66 to Kingman and Las Vegas
Historic Route 66 Motel in Seligman, Arizona

Your next visit to Vegas might be the most memorable one yet. Take a day, or better yet several days, to explore the amazing activities on this route. You can bookmark this article as a go-to source of itinerary ideas to inspire your future adventures and explorations of Vegas, Route 66, and the hidden gems along the way!

Let’s go!

The map above shows the basic route from Seligman to Kingman to Las Vegas via Route 66 with no stops.

If you’re coming from or heading to the Grand Canyon be sure to read our article Grand Canyon From Las Vegas where I tell you about visiting each of the 3 rims of the Grand Canyon from everyone’s favorite city, Las Vegas!

#1 Stay at the Historic Route 66 Motel in Seligman, Arizona

Seligman Sundries store along Route 66 in Seligman, Arizona
Seligman Sundries along Route 66 in Seligman, Arizona

One of the most famous icons found on this section of Route 66 is the appropriately named Historic Route 66 Motel. It’s the perfect place to spend a night and a great spot to start your travels from.

The hotel is rated AAA with 16 non-smoking rooms and is only twenty minutes from the Grand Canyon Caverns if you’re willing to back-pedal a bit. Address: 22750 Route 66 in Seligman, AZ (google maps)

The entire town of Seligman, Arizona showcases Route 66 Americana at it’s finest. Be sure to explore the Seligman before you head off down the highway.

#2 Go Underground at Grand Canyon Caverns & Inn

Spend the night in the Cave Room!

Not far from Seligman, at mile marker 115, you’ll find the Grand Canyon Caverns where you can tour the biggest dry caverns in America. Tour a network of caverns that are up to twenty-one stories below ground!

Above ground, you’ll find a vintage style motel with 48 rooms, a Ranch House with 3 bedrooms, and the Bunk House Village which are all available for stays. That’s not all, however!

You can also spend the night in the Grand Canyon Caverns Cave Room. It’s 220 feet underground and sleeps up to six! Address: AZ-66, Peach Springs, AZ 86434 (google maps)

#3 Witness Lions, Tigers, & Bears at Keepers of the Wild Nature Park

Keepers of the Wild Nature Park on Route 66 on the way to Las Vegas

Keepers of The Wild Nature Park was established over 25 years ago by Jonathan Kraft who sought to rescue and protect wildlife, including lions, tigers, and bears (oh my!).

This top-rated non-profit organization is a fantastic way to start your trip with a dose of wildness. Address: 13441 AZ-66, Valentine, AZ 86436 (google maps)

#4 Make a Pit Stop at the Hackberry General Store

Hackberry General Store on Route 66

Hackberry is a small town on Route 66 that is the perfect place to make a pit stop. The number one item of interest here is the Hackberry General Store (aka Northside Grocery) and it’s where you’ll want to stop.

The general store opened in 1934 with a Conoco gas station and was a mainstay for those living in the area for many years. It closed down in 1978 when Interstate 40 bypassed the town.

It was reopened once again in 1992 as an information center and souvenir shop. Between the old signs, gas pumps, and vintage cars you’ll take a trip back in time. This is also the place to pick up your Route 66 souvenirs! Address: 11255 AZ-66, Kingman, AZ 86411 (google maps)

Map detail of points of interest on Route 66 from Seligman, AZ to Kingman, AZ
Points of interest (#1 – #8) on Route 66 from Seligman to Kingman. If you want to see Alpacas of the Southwest or Wild Cow Springs, you’ll need to backtrack a bit from Kingman.

#5 Drink Your Weight in Grapes at Cella Winery

Cella Winery in Kingman, Arizona along Route 66
Cella Winery in Kingman, Arizona

With a perfect 5-star rating on Google, Cella Winery is a stunning stop to relax, have a glass of wine, and toast to life. Road trips should be about relaxing and kicking back!

Just be sure to nap off your buzz and never drink and drive. Address: 6927 E Brooks Blvd, Kingman, AZ 86401 (google maps)

#6 Soak in the History at the Arizona Route 66 Museum

Arizona Route 66 Museum in Kingman, AZ

For a little history, check out the Arizona Route 66 Museum in downtown Kingman, Arizona. Over 100,000 visitors a year stop here to view the museum and historical societies collection of vehicles, artifacts, displays, and pictures detailing the history of Route 66 (aka “The Mother Road”).

There is also a theater featuring a 1-hour movie telling the story of early travelers in the region. Plus, there’s a new exhibit called the Electric Car Museum which showcases current and past electric vehicles including autos, motorcycles and race cars!

So with one-stop you’ll get to experience some of the “old” and some of the “new” ways to travel by road. Address: 2 Powerhouse Visitor Center, 120 W Andy Devine Ave, Kingman, AZ 86401 (google maps)

#7 Spit Alongside the Alpacas of the Southwest

Who doesn’t love alpacas? If your group wants something unique to do, head to Alpacas of the Southwest! (Once you get to Kingman, you’ll have to backtrack about 17 miles east on Interstate 40).

Located right off of Interstate 40, this relaxing alpaca farm began in 2003 and now allows families